Tree roots: a growing problem

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1 Tree roots: a growing problem Preventing pipe damage from tree roots Trees versus pipes Who is responsible? Trees provide pleasant shade around the home and are friendly to our environment, but their roots can create havoc with the water and sewer system. Once a tree root finds its way into a sewer pipe, it may grow into a fibrous mass, spreading long distances, reducing flow and eventually causing blockages and pipe damage. Property owners are responsible for maintaining all plumbing fixtures up to the connection with South East Water s sewer branch, which is usually inside the property boundary. Tree roots can also damage water mains and property service pipes, which can result in leaks. In some instances, we may remove the offending tree to repair damage or prevent future damage. Tree roots are responsible for the majority of Melbourne s sewer and drain blockages and these problems are most common in residential properties. They can also damage buildings, footpaths, fences and pipes. This problem can be avoided if care is taken when selecting trees and deciding where to plant them. Planting in nature strips If you would like to plant trees in your nature strip you need to first gain permission from your local council and then contact South East Water for the location of the sewer and water mains. You should also consider the size of the tree when it reaches full maturity and take into account any hazardous situations such as overhead power lines, potential blind spots, or your neighbours property, paving and drains. Prevention is better than cure Before you plant trees, make sure you know where the pipes on your property are. To find out, you can purchase a property sewerage plan from South East Water. Call or visit our customer service counter at 20 Corporate Drive, Heatherton. When selecting trees, visit your local nursery for advice. They will assist you in choosing the appropriate trees or shrubs for your garden, and more importantly those trees you should avoid planting near pipes. There are no hard and fast rules but there are, however, certain problem species that require care when deciding where to plant.

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